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Perceptions matter: Physical neighborhood disadvantage and older adults’ emotional health

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: = 7106). Structural equation modeling (i.e., path analysis) was utilized to answer the research questions in the study. Results from the path analysis reveal that perceived neighborhood disadvantage is associated with increased anxiety and externalized anger (i.e., anger-out). Moreover, reduced mastery explains part of the effect of neighborhood disadvantage on anxiety and anger-out, respectively. There is also evidence of moderation by race-gender group status. The findings from this study demonstrate that older adults' perceptions of physical neighborhood stressors matter in ways that can have a deleterious impact on their emotional health.

Source: Wellbeing Space and Society

DOI: 10.1016/j.wss.2025.100266

Author: Cleothia Frazier

Institution: Pennsylvania State University

Language: English

Topic: Health disparities and outcomes

Subfield: Health

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Reduced inequalities, Sustainable cities and communities

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,899